Student, Geoscience Hybrid

Location:CalgaryorEdmonton Alberta

Employment Type:Student4monthterm

Salary Range:$24.23- $33.22perhour

StudentGeoscience Hybrid

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently recruiting two Geoscience Students to assist the talented team of professionals in the Regulatory Applications(RA)Branch with overseeing the responsible development of Albertas oil and gas resources. You will work within either the In Situ Applications Conformance team or the Subsurface Oil and Gas Geology and Hydrogeology team supporting regulatory oversight for groundwater and other geoscience areas within these sectors. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of resource recovery projects in Albertaincluding their operations impact management geological and hydrogeological settings successes and challenges and efforts to meet regulatory requirements.

The Regulatory Applications Branch consists of geoscientists engineers and environmental science experts who collaborate to manage the regulatory lifecycle of oil gas and coal this role you will learn from these professionals and develop an appreciation for how Albertas regulatory framework relies on technical sciences to ensure the safe environmentally responsible and efficient recovery of energy resources. While our work is dynamic and critical to fulfilling the AERs mandate we remain committed to our cultural values: supporting one another prioritizing personal wellness fostering professional development and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Assista multi-disciplinary team in developing a comprehensive repository of regulatory submissions and surveillance opportunities for groundwater and other geoscience areas as required under the Environmental Protection & Enhancement Act Water Act Oil and Gas Conservation Act and Oil Sands Conservation Act.

• Identifyadditionalcommitments outlined in regulatory applications andmonitoringplans documenting details timelines and frequencies of these commitments.

• Compile and evaluate key technical information within regulatory submissions.

• Assistwith desktop surveillance activities and approval maintenance including supporting risk-based prioritization of groundwater surveillance enhancing application assessment criteria and conducting technical audits of select submissions.

• Visualize and present information collected through surveillance programs to support analysis and decision-making.

Whatwerelooking for in you:

• Currently enrolled in aBachelorsprogram inGeoscience Hydrogeology or a related field.

• Familiarity with the stratigraphy of the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin is an asset.

• Familiarity with hydrogeology isconsideredan asset.

• Familiaritywith insitu oil sands or oil and gas resource development is an asset.

• Strong analytical and data presentation skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on technical writing.

Additional Information:

• Proof of enrollment in a registered institution including enrollment in the semester following the work term or enrollment in a registered co-op program will be a condition of hire.

• Please include a cover letter as part of your application.

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.

• Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.

• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process please email. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you:

• Flexible Work Program - hybrid workandflexible hours.

• Edmonton: Hybrid work - employeeswill work inofficetwo days per week.

• Calgary: Hybrid work - employees may work remotely up to five days per calendar month with a limit of two remote days per week.

• Student Cohort Groups - Join vibrant student cohorts for networking collaboration and support.

• Engagement Activities -Participatein workshops seminars and social events to enhance your skills and personal growth.

• Mentorship and Networking - Gain insights from experienced professionals and build meaningful relationships.

• Skill Development - Hone your skills and contribute to meaningful projects.

More information about working at the AERs including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in thecareers section of our website.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

At the AER our values of Accountability Collaboration Transparency and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture a culture where every individual regardless of race colour religion gender national origin age disability or any other legally protected factors thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.

Our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion fuels innovation creating a brighter more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.

Application closing date:January19 2026 at midnight

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